Dear friends and neighbors, It is Week 3 of the 2022 legislative session, which means we are already over a quarter of the way through it. That’s how quickly things…
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Speaker Jinkins: 2022 legislative session is about ‘moving everyone forward’
OLYMPIA – The state House of Representatives held opening day ceremonies for the 2022 legislative session today, with most legislators participating remotely — rather than on the House floor —…
Statement from House Speaker Laurie Jinkins on the passing of Sen. Doug Ericksen
“The legislative community mourns the death of Sen. Doug Ericksen. He was a friend, colleague, and worthy adversary to many of us, and his voice will be missed in our…
Statement from House Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) on lawsuit filed by House Republican members regarding House operations plans
“Once again, certain members of the House Republican Caucus are choosing to engage in performative stunts for media attention rather than modeling public health best practices to keep fellow lawmakers,…
Statement from Speaker Laurie Jinkins and Black Members Caucus Chair Rep. Jamila Taylor on Rittenhouse verdict
OLYMPIA, Wash. – Today, Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma), together with Black Members Caucus Chair Rep. Jamila Taylor (D-Federal Way), issued the following statements after Kyle Rittenhouse was found not guilty…
Statement from Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) on Sen. Yasmin Trudeau’s appointment to the 27th Legislative District Senate seat
“Sen. Trudeau’s appointment is wonderful news for our district, and I’m thrilled to welcome her to the 27th LD delegation. With deep connections to our community through her lived history…
Statement from Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) on Sen. Jeannie Darneille’s resignation from the Senate
“The people of the 27th Legislative District have had a dedicated, compassionate and tireless legislator in Sen. Jeannie Darneille since 2001. Her advocacy on behalf of our district’s and our…
An Update on Changes to Insurance Rates
The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) recently issued an emergency rule preventing credit scores from being used to determine insurance premiums. This might mean a change in your insurance rates,…
Back to school
Dear friends and neighbors, Yesterday was the first day of school for Tacoma Public Schools. I have fond memories of my son’s first day of school throughout his K-12 journey….
Statement by Senate Majority Leader Andy Billig (D-Spokane) and House Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D-Tacoma) on today’s announcement by Governor Inslee regarding a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for some state employees and health care workers:
“Protecting the health and safety of people and communities in our state was a top priority of the legislature’s work this session, and the governor’s announcement today is an important…